Rangemaster Stalled Motor / Jammed Flywheel

Garbage disposal will not turn on, but a faint click is heard from the unit when the switch is operated.

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Possible Causes

Foreign object wedged between impeller and shredder ring, rust build-up on impeller plate, seized shaft seal, partially burnt motor winding

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker and confirm the unit is de-energised.

  • Free the flywheel: Insert the Rangemaster-supplied hex key into the base socket and work it back and forth to free the impeller plate. Do not use excessive force.
  • Remove obstructions: From above, use pliers to remove any visible foreign objects.
  • Reset and test: Press the reset button, restore power, and test briefly with water. If the click persists without rotation, the motor may be damaged.
  • Do not repeatedly energise: Repeated attempts can overheat the motor. If freeing the flywheel does not restore normal operation, plan for replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Impeller plate
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